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Jordan refuses to play Israel in FIBA Basketball World Cup: What to know

30 June 2025
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Jordan refuses to play Israel in FIBA Basketball World Cup: What to know
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Jordan’s under-19 basketball team withdrew from their FIBA World Cup game against Israel amid public pressure to boycott, prompting the Jordan Basketball Federation to request the match’s cancellation. Federation president Mohammad Al-Hanandeh cited player safety concerns, and despite hopes from Israeli officials for the game’s continuation, the match was forfeited, resulting in a 20-0 win for Israel.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Jordan’s under-19 basketball team decided not to play against Israel in the World Cup because many people wanted them to boycott the game, and the team wanted to keep the players safe.

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